Explore Performance Engineer Jobs

Performance engineers help software, applications, and digital systems run quickly, reliably, and efficiently. They identify bottlenecks, test performance under real-world conditions, and work with engineering teams to improve speed, scalability, and resilience. Explore vetted Performance Engineer opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Performance Engineer Do?

Performance engineers plan and execute load, stress, and scalability tests; analyze system behavior; and turn findings into practical improvements. Depending on the role, they may focus on application response times, infrastructure capacity, database performance, or end-to-end user experience. They often partner with software developers, site reliability engineers, architects, and product teams.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with performance testing tools, scripting or programming, distributed systems, and cloud platforms. Knowledge of observability, profiling, networking, databases, and CI/CD can also be valuable. Strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate technical findings help engineers prioritize and deliver measurable improvements. Requirements vary by employer and seniority.

Performance Engineer Career Paths

Performance engineering roles are found across technology, financial services, healthcare, e-commerce, and other industries that depend on reliable digital products. Professionals may advance into senior or lead engineering positions, performance architecture, site reliability engineering, or engineering management. Career paths depend on experience, technical specialization, and organizational needs.

Find Performance Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Performance Engineer openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for responsibilities, required qualifications, compensation details, and work arrangements, then find opportunities that align with your skills and career goals.

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$120K - $160K *

Champion the design and implementation of scalable data pipelines, ensuring data integrity and availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data workflows and enhance infrastructu...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $267K *

Shape user-centric experiences by developing scalable software solutions in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, guiding product innovation through metrics and experimentation to enhance eng...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $160K *

Lead a dynamic engineering team to innovate and deliver backend solutions, enhancing our technology's reach. Engage hands-on in coding and architecture while mentoring others, ensuring high-quality so...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$284K - $385K *

Shape the future of technology by tackling complex challenges and driving AI adoption. Collaborate across teams to define long-term strategies, enhance customer experiences, and influence product dire...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in defining long-term technical strategies that drive AI adoption and enhance customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to tackle complex challenges, ensuring high engineering sta...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and governance of structured exam content. Drive standards compliance and metadata alignment across assessment systems, ensuring seamless integration and functio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping the technical vision for InfluxDB 3.0, driving architecture and strategy across divisions while mentoring engineers and influencing product direction at a company-wide level...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$202K - $253K *

Elevate your leadership as you drive engineering excellence, overseeing multiple squads from prototype to production. Shape the roadmap, empower teams, and ensure quality delivery while staying techni...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational readiness and logistics strategies to enhance production efficiency. Drive continuous improvement initiatives while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure seamles...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Transform fragmented IT landscapes as you lead complex service integration projects, improving data flow and visibility across hybrid cloud and on-premise environments. Guide cross-functional teams an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Unlock your potential by contributing to enterprise EDI and integration projects. Collaborate with experienced engineers to design, implement, and optimize solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$210K - $250K *

Join us to lead product and technology strategy, driving innovation and integration across platforms while enhancing customer experiences and ensuring security and scalability in a dynamic, hands-on e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $158K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing a secure PaaS for federal applications. You'll troubleshoot complex issues, support tenant operations, and collaborate on platform improvements, ensuring reli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $174K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic team to design, deploy, and optimize a secure cloud-native platform. Collaborate across functions to enhance delivery pipelines and ensure reliability in a fas...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing scalable audience solutions by integrating predictive models and data workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance audience activation and ensure reliabl...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$127K - $223K *

Transform the way we communicate life insurance through compelling copy that captures attention and drives action. Collaborate with teams to create impactful Direct Mail and social media content that...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$180K - $248K *

Shape the future of connected devices as the product leader for in-field asset monitoring. Own the hardware roadmap, drive product introductions, and ensure reliability, directly influencing a key gro...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Engage with a dynamic team to represent technical positions in standards communities, author specifications, and build credibility through implementation. This role offers growth opportunities, aiming...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $203K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, design, and develop advanced iOS functionality, enhancing seamless Bluetooth communication for millions of users while maintaining code quality an...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by managing packaging projects that enhance customer savings and optimize supply chains. Collaborate with sales teams to drive new opportunities while ensuring quality and cost object...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $160K *

Shape the future of global merchandising technology by leading engineering efforts, driving modernization, and ensuring high-quality delivery across diverse platforms. Collaborate with teams to implem...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Transform the quality landscape of data center equipment by overseeing supplier audits, inspections, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure complianc...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$183K - $206K *

Transform AI observability by developing end-to-end capabilities, architecting data models, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user workflows and insights into agent performance...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $175K *

Empower teams by leading innovative technology solutions through Agile project management. Drive strategic initiatives, manage remote teams, and facilitate technical discussions to ensure successful p...

Mclean, VARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$133K - $180K *

Shape the future of wood processing by optimizing mill operations and material flow, ensuring efficiency and sustainability. Collaborate across teams to drive modernization, execute strategic projects...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Performance Engineer?question toggle

    A Performance Engineer evaluates and improves the speed, capacity, stability, and efficiency of software and systems. The work often includes performance testing, identifying bottlenecks, analyzing results, and collaborating on fixes.

  • What does a Performance Engineer do day to day?question toggle

    Typical responsibilities include designing load and stress tests, monitoring application and infrastructure behavior, investigating slowdowns, profiling code or services, and sharing recommendations with engineering teams. Duties vary by company and specialization.

  • What skills are useful for Performance Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Useful skills may include performance testing, programming or scripting, systems and distributed architecture, cloud platforms, databases, observability, and data analysis. Employers may also value experience with CI/CD and clear technical communication.

  • Where do Performance Engineers work?question toggle

    Performance Engineers work in industries that rely on digital services, including technology, financial services, healthcare, retail, and e-commerce. They may focus on applications, platforms, infrastructure, or end-to-end user experience.

  • How can I find Performance Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Performance Engineer listings on Ladders and review each posting for salary, responsibilities, qualifications, and work arrangements. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.